Where a Sound Music Education is Top Priority.
All children can and deserve to be educated musically. The discipline and careful work habits gained from learning a musical instrument lead to self-confidence that enhances all other areas in life.

SUZUKI CELLO LESSONS

Suzuki cello style lessons are most suited for beginning students, ages 3.5 - 7 years of age. I have trained extensively at all 10 book levels with master Suzuki teacher trainers

The ideas of parent responsibility, loving encouragement, constant repetition, etc., are some of the special features of the Suzuki approach.

Parents are involved in the musical learning of their child. They attend lessons with the child and serve as “home teachers” during the week. Regardless if a parent is able to play an instrument, I will train them to copy my teaching points verbally, so that s/he understands what the child is expected to do. Parents work with the teacher to create an enjoyable learning environment by aidingtheir child in all points taught by me.

Early Beginning

The early years are crucial for developing mental processes and muscle coordination. Listening to music should begin at the same time lessons commence or before; formal training may begin from age 3.5 onward.

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Constant repetition is essential in learning to play an instrument. Repeating each note, or group of notes as well as the innumerable technical points of the selected level-appropriate repertoire will reinforce one's level, and gradually allow it to be played in new and more sophisticated levels.

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Encouragement

A child’s effort to learn an instrument should be met with sincere praise and encouragement. Each child learns at his/her own rate, building on small steps so that each one can be mastered. Children are also encouraged to support each other’s efforts, fostering an attitude of generosity and cooperation.

Learning with Other ChildrenIn addition to private lessons, children participate in regular group lessons and performance where they learn from and are motivated by each other. My group classes are designed to more of a chamber music experience. The best way to learn ensemble experience is to learn one's own part and hear how it blends and conjoins to another musical part with different rhythms and melodies.